IT Project Manager (Infosec)

Defense Finance and Accounting Service•Indianapolis, IN

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) mission is to lead the Department of Defense (DoD) in finance and accounting by ensuring the delivery of efficient, exceptional quality pay and financial information. This position involves identifying, planning, and coordinating various IT systems/software projects, including the selection, acquisition, and implementation of technologies, information systems, and software. The role provides systems expertise throughout the IT development lifecycle, from feasibility analysis and requirements definition to testing, documentation, and implementation. The IT Project Manager will prepare evaluations, proposals, and management briefings, presenting recommendations to the DFAS Chief Information Officer (CIO), IT management, and other DFAS organizations. Responsibilities also include defining operating criteria and monitoring installation and testing to ensure the quality and efficiency of technology, systems, and software.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship
Background Investigation
Suitable for Federal Employment
Registered for Selective Service (if applicable)
In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series, the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements in 12 months.
This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment.
Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
IT-related experience demonstrating the following competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, Problem Solving.
One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-11) in the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Specialized experience for GS-12 level: Installing, configuring, testing and maintaining IT applications in accordance with customer needs and requirements; developing and analyzing product plans, release schedules, and product validity before release.

Nice To Haves

The Security Designation will vary and dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher.
Individuals selected are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

Identifies, plans and coordinates various IT systems/software projects
Plans and coordinates the selection, acquisition and implementation of technologies, information systems and software.
Provides systems expertise relative to life cycle management of IT development, feasibility analysis, system requirements collection and definition to testing, documentation and implementation phases.
Prepares evaluations, proposals and management briefings and presents recommendations to the DFAS Chief Information Officer (CIO), IT management and other DFAS organizations for approval as required.
Defines operating criteria and monitors installation and testing to determine the quality and efficiency of technology, systems and software.